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AK26097801

Location: Fairbanks and Cantwell
Type: Missing Person and Death Investigation

Dispatch Text:

On 10/01/2026 family members reported Shawn Alexander, age 56 missing from the Fairbanks area and also reported they believed he was suicidal.  Shawn was located deceased on 10/02/2026 at approximately 1500 hours by another family member at approximately Mile 125 Denali Highway from a self-induced gunshot.  Shawn was pronounced deceased on scene, and his remains were sent to the SME for autopsy.  The next of kin have been notified.  There is no indication of foul play.

Posted on 10/2/2026 11:39:13 PM by DPS\dwbozman

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